Jill Ballew, LPC
South Carolina LPC specializing in trauma and anxiety
- Trauma and anxiety
- Family and parenting
- After-hours availability
About Jill Ballew
Jill Ballew is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina with 15 years of professional experience. She has extensive experience supporting people who are coping with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, anger, bipolar disorder, and other life changes. Her work also addresses more specific concerns such as abandonment, communication problems, caregiver stress, first responder issues, and forgiveness.
She has provided counseling to individuals and families starting at age five, working in community mental health settings, school-based counseling, and the mobile crisis field. Her background includes directing therapy programs for people with chronic severe mental illness, which informs her comfort with complex and long-standing concerns. Jill emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every interaction.
Jill approaches counseling as a collaborative partnership in which the client remains the author of their own life. Her practice is grounded in a client-centered philosophy while integrating cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness techniques to tailor sessions to each person's needs. She strives to make sessions feel understanding and supportive while helping clients develop practical tools and insights.
Seeking change takes courage, and Jill aims to empower clients as they move toward a more fulfilling life. She typically offers appointments after normal business hours, so those seeking 8am-6pm Monday through Friday sessions may find her schedule is not the best fit.
She has provided counseling to individuals and families starting at age five, working in community mental health settings, school-based counseling, and the mobile crisis field. Her background includes directing therapy programs for people with chronic severe mental illness, which informs her comfort with complex and long-standing concerns. Jill emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every interaction.
Jill approaches counseling as a collaborative partnership in which the client remains the author of their own life. Her practice is grounded in a client-centered philosophy while integrating cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness techniques to tailor sessions to each person's needs. She strives to make sessions feel understanding and supportive while helping clients develop practical tools and insights.
Seeking change takes courage, and Jill aims to empower clients as they move toward a more fulfilling life. She typically offers appointments after normal business hours, so those seeking 8am-6pm Monday through Friday sessions may find her schedule is not the best fit.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Jill Ballew have?
She has 15 years of clinical experience.
Is Jill Ballew a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are SC LPC 6857.
In which languages does Jill Ballew provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Jill Ballew located?
She is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Jill Ballew as my therapist?
You can work with Jill through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Jill Ballew work with international clients?
Jill Ballew does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Jill Ballew cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Integrating Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Jill commonly uses a client-centered approach, which focuses on listening closely to each person and creating a collaborative, respectful space where the client guides the goals and pace of therapy. This approach supports self-discovery and works well for many concerns including relationship and self-esteem issues.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another core component of her work. CBT helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and builds practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. It is solution-focused and often includes homework to practice new strategies between sessions.
Mindfulness therapy is used to help clients develop present-moment awareness and stress management skills. Simple mindfulness practices can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, making them useful alongside other therapeutic tools.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Jill partners with clients to explore what methods feel most helpful, adjusting techniques based on each person’s needs, goals, and preferences so the treatment plan fits the individual.
Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, provide consistent access when in-person visits are difficult, and allow clients to work with a licensed professional from their own environment while still receiving structured, goal-oriented care.